Thermal management device, thermal management system and vehicle
By introducing return flow ducts of the first valve and the second valve in the thermal management device, the refrigerant flow rate is increased, which solves the safety and efficiency issues of highly flammable refrigerants in the automotive thermal management system, and achieves higher heating capacity and system stability.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422933631.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-28
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-26
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-28
AI Technical Summary
Existing automotive thermal management systems, when using highly flammable refrigerants, find it difficult to achieve a compact and efficient integrated module design while ensuring safety and thermal capacity.
By introducing the return flow ducts of the first valve and the second valve in the thermal management device, the total flow of the refrigerant is increased, the output power of the compressor is improved, the heating capacity of the system is enhanced, and the refrigerant flow direction is controlled by adjusting the valve opening to achieve temperature regulation in different working modes.
It improves the heating capacity and stability of the thermal management system, reduces refrigerant consumption and leakage risks, and simplifies the production and maintenance process.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of thermal management, in particular to a thermal management device, a thermal management system and a vehicle. Background Art
[0002] As environmental regulations around the world become increasingly stringent, the use of refrigerants with high GWP (global warming potential) is being strictly restricted. Consequently, automotive thermal management system designs must adapt to the characteristics of new refrigerants, such as the highly flammable natural R290. Due to the safety requirements of highly flammable refrigerants, system fill volumes must be strictly limited while ensuring thermal capacity. Consequently, the automotive industry is demanding more compact and efficient integrated thermal management modules. Utility Model Content
[0003] One object of the present invention is to provide a thermal management device, a thermal management system, and a vehicle. A return flow passage through a first valve and a second valve increases the total flow of refrigerant flowing through a compressor, thereby increasing the compressor output power and improving the heating capacity of the system.
[0004] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the thermal management device includes: a compressor; a first valve, the first inlet of the first valve is connected to the exhaust chamber of the compressor; a second valve, the second inlet of the second valve is connected to the bypass interface of the first valve, and the second outlet of the second valve is connected to the suction chamber of the compressor; a heat exchange liquid storage assembly, the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly is connected to the first outlet of the first valve, and the third outlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly is connected to the exhaust chamber of the compressor, wherein the first valve is configured to control the refrigerant in the exhaust chamber to selectively flow to the second inlet of the second valve and the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly.
[0005] According to the thermal management device of the embodiment of the present invention, the total flow rate of the refrigerant flowing through the compressor is increased through the return flow passage of the first valve and the second valve, the output power of the compressor is increased, and the heating capacity of the system is improved.
[0006] In addition, the thermal management device according to the above embodiment of the present invention may also have the following additional technical features:
[0007] In some embodiments, the thermal management device has a first operating mode, in which the first valve controls the refrigerant in the exhaust chamber to flow to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly;
[0008] And / or, the thermal management device further has a second working mode, in which the first valve controls the refrigerant in the exhaust chamber to flow to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the second inlet of the second valve.
[0009] In some embodiments, the compressor includes a shell body and an exhaust distribution component, the exhaust distribution component is connected to the shell body, the first valve and the second valve are provided on the exhaust distribution component, and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly is connected to the exhaust distribution component.
[0010] In some embodiments, the exhaust distribution component is provided with a first installation cavity and an exhaust flow channel, the exhaust flow channel connects the exhaust cavity and the first installation cavity, and the first valve is provided in the first installation cavity.
[0011] In some embodiments, the exhaust cavity is provided with a lubricating oil separation cavity, and the exhaust flow channel communicates with the lubricating oil separation cavity and the first installation cavity.
[0012] In some embodiments, the exhaust flow channel is configured as a straight channel extending obliquely in a bottom-up direction, the lower end of the exhaust flow channel is connected to the lubricating oil separation chamber, and the upper end of the exhaust flow channel constructs the first installation cavity and passes through the outer surface of the exhaust distribution component.
[0013] In some embodiments, an exhaust port is provided on an end surface of the exhaust distribution component, and the exhaust port is connected to the first installation cavity, and the exhaust port is connected to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly.
[0014] In some embodiments, the exhaust distribution component is provided with a second installation cavity and a first bypass channel, the first bypass channel connects the first installation cavity and the second installation cavity, and the second valve is provided in the second installation cavity.
[0015] In some embodiments, the first bypass flow channel is configured as a straight channel, one end of the first bypass flow channel passes through the outer surface of the exhaust distribution component and forms a first mounting seat for mounting the first sensor, and the other end of the first bypass flow channel communicates with the second mounting cavity;
[0016] And / or, the first bypass flow channel and the exhaust flow channel intersect and communicate with each other, and the first installation cavity is provided at the intersection of the first bypass flow channel and the exhaust flow channel;
[0017] And / or, the first installation cavity and the second installation cavity are distributed along the circumference of the exhaust distribution component.
[0018] In some embodiments, the exhaust distribution component is provided with a second bypass channel and an air intake port, the second bypass channel is connected to the second installation cavity and the air intake port, and the air intake port is connected to the third outlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly.
[0019] In some embodiments, the second bypass flow channel is configured as a straight channel, one end of the second bypass flow channel passes through the outer surface of the exhaust distribution component and is provided with a first plug, and the other end of the second bypass flow channel communicates with the second installation cavity;
[0020] And / or, the first bypass flow channel and the second bypass flow channel are distributed along the circumference of the exhaust distribution member.
[0021] In some embodiments, the exhaust distribution component is further provided with a second mounting seat and a window channel, the second mounting seat is used to install a transparent window, the window channel is set as a straight channel, one end of the window channel is connected to the lower space of the exhaust chamber, and the other end is connected to the second mounting seat.
[0022] In some embodiments, the exhaust gas distribution member and the shell body are distributed along the axis of the compressor;
[0023] And / or, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the exhaust distribution component are distributed and connected along the axis of the compressor;
[0024] And / or, the exhaust distribution member is provided with a first cylindrical portion, the shell body is provided with a second cylindrical portion, and the second cylindrical portion is provided through the first cylindrical portion;
[0025] and / or, the exhaust distribution member and the shell body are separate and connected as a whole;
[0026] And / or, a second sealing ring is provided between the exhaust distribution member and the shell body;
[0027] And / or, the compressor further includes a plurality of first fixing members distributed along the circumference of the compressor, wherein the plurality of first fixing members fixedly connect the exhaust gas distribution member and the shell body.
[0028] In some embodiments, the compressor and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly are distributed along the axis of the compressor;
[0029] And / or, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the compressor are stacked and connected as a whole;
[0030] And / or, a first sealing ring is provided between the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the compressor;
[0031] And / or, the thermal management device further includes a plurality of second fixing members distributed along the circumference of the compressor, wherein the plurality of second fixing members fixedly connect the compressor and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly.
[0032] In some embodiments, the compressor has a first end and a second end opposite to each other along the axis, the suction chamber of the compressor is provided at the first end, the exhaust chamber of the compressor is provided at the second end, the second end is provided with a suction port, and the suction port is connected to the third outlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the second outlet of the second valve.
[0033] The compressor includes a first shell part and a second shell part, the first shell part is provided with a compression unit, the second shell part is provided outside the first shell part, the second shell part is provided with an intake air duct, one end of the intake air duct is connected to the intake port, and the other end of the intake air duct is connected to the intake cavity.
[0034] In some embodiments, the first housing portion extends along the axis of the compressor, and the second housing portion extends parallel to the axis of the compressor;
[0035] And / or, the compressor further includes a third shell portion connected to the first shell portion and the second shell portion.
[0036] In some embodiments, the first end of the compressor is provided with a low-pressure shell, and the second end is provided with an exhaust distribution component, the low-pressure shell is provided with a connecting flow channel, the connecting flow channel connects the intake chamber and the intake flow channel, the first shell part is connected between the low-pressure shell and the exhaust distribution component, and the second shell part is connected between the low-pressure shell and the exhaust distribution component.
[0037] In some embodiments, the communication channel includes a first channel, and the first channel is disposed outside the suction cavity.
[0038] In some embodiments, the communication channel further includes a second channel, and the second channel connects the first channel and the suction cavity.
[0039] In some embodiments, the first channel is configured as a straight channel extending in a direction perpendicular to the axis of the compressor, and one end of the first channel passes through the outer surface of the low-pressure shell and is provided with a second plug;
[0040] And / or, the first channel extends in an up-down direction.
[0041] In some embodiments, the second channel is configured as a straight channel extending in a direction perpendicular to the axis of the compressor, and one end of the second channel passes through the outer surface of the low-pressure shell and is provided with a third plug;
[0042] And / or, the second channel is connected to the lower part of the suction cavity.
[0043] In some embodiments, the low-pressure housing further comprises a third installation cavity, the third installation cavity being connected to the communication flow channel, and the compressor further comprises a refrigerant filling valve, the refrigerant filling valve being disposed in the third installation cavity;
[0044] And / or, the low-pressure housing is further provided with a fourth installation cavity, the fourth installation cavity is connected to the communication flow channel, and the compressor further includes a second sensor, which is provided in the fourth installation cavity.
[0045] In some embodiments, the first end portion of the compressor is provided with an end plate and an end cover covering the end plate, the first end portion of the compressor is provided with an end plate and an end cover covering the end plate, the end cover is farther away from the second end portion of the compressor than the end plate, wherein the end plate is provided with a high-voltage connector mounting hole, a low-voltage connector mounting hole, a stator connector mounting hole, a power device heat dissipation surface and / or a cover plate mounting hole, the high-voltage connector mounting hole, the low-voltage connector mounting hole and the stator connector mounting hole pass through the end plate and are provided on the outside of the suction cavity.
[0046] In some embodiments, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly includes a liquid reservoir and at least one heat exchanger, and the liquid reservoir and the at least one heat exchanger are integrated into a whole.
[0047] In some embodiments, the liquid reservoir and the at least one heat exchanger are stacked along the axis of the compressor;
[0048] And / or, a desiccant and / or a filter is integrated inside the liquid reservoir;
[0049] and / or, the liquid reservoir and the at least one heat exchanger are integrated into a whole by welding or bolting;
[0050] and / or, two adjacent ones of the liquid reservoir and the at least one heat exchanger realize refrigerant flow through internal flow channels;
[0051] And / or, a first observation window is provided at the bottom of the liquid reservoir;
[0052] And / or, a second observation window is provided on the side of the liquid reservoir.
[0053] In some embodiments, the at least one heat exchanger includes a condenser and an evaporator, and the liquid reservoir is located between the condenser and the evaporator.
[0054] In some embodiments, the liquid reservoir is provided with a gas-liquid separation unit, and the gas-liquid separation unit is connected in series between the condenser and the evaporator.
[0055] In some embodiments, the at least one heat exchanger further includes a subcooler, which is connected in series between the condenser and the evaporator, wherein the subcooler is arranged between the condenser and the liquid reservoir; or the subcooler is arranged between the evaporator and the liquid reservoir.
[0056] In some embodiments, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly further includes a third valve, which is connected in series between the condenser and the evaporator, and the third valve is integrated into the liquid storage container.
[0057] In some embodiments, an oil detection tube is provided on the upper portion of the liquid reservoir, and the oil detection tube is connected to the inlet of the third valve;
[0058] and / or, the liquid reservoir is provided with a third sensor, the third sensor being configured to detect the outlet refrigerant temperature and / or pressure of the evaporator;
[0059] and / or, the liquid reservoir is provided with a fourth sensor, the fourth sensor being configured to detect the refrigerant temperature and / or pressure at the inlet of the third valve;
[0060] And / or, the liquid reservoir is provided with a fifth sensor, and the fifth sensor is configured to detect the outlet refrigerant temperature and / or pressure of the third valve.
[0061] In some embodiments, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly is provided with a refrigerant flow path and a water cooling flow path which are independent of each other, and the refrigerant flow path is provided between the third inlet and the third outlet.
[0062] The refrigerant flow path is used to allow the refrigerant flowing into the third inlet to sequentially pass through the condenser, the liquid reservoir, the subcooler, and the evaporator for heat exchange, and is also used to allow the refrigerant after heat exchange to sequentially pass through the liquid reservoir, the subcooler, and the condenser to flow back to the third outlet;
[0063] And / or, the water-cooling flow path includes a first flow path and a second flow path, the first flow path is provided in the condenser, and the second flow path is provided in the evaporator.
[0064] A thermal management system according to an embodiment of the present invention includes the thermal management device as described above.
[0065] A vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention includes the aforementioned thermal management device; or the aforementioned thermal management system. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0066] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a thermal management device according to an embodiment of the present invention in a first direction.
[0067] Figure 2 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a thermal management device according to an embodiment of the present invention in the second direction.
[0068] Figure 3 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a thermal management device according to an embodiment of the present invention in the third direction.
[0069] Figure 4 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a thermal management device according to an embodiment of the present invention in the fourth direction.
[0070] Figure 5It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a compressor in one embodiment of the utility model in the fifth direction.
[0071] Figure 6 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a compressor in one embodiment of the utility model in the sixth direction.
[0072] Figure 7 It is a cross-sectional view of a compressor according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0073] Figure 8 It is a schematic diagram of a shell body of a compressor according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0074] Figure 9 It is a schematic diagram of the shell body of the compressor of one embodiment of the present utility model, which does not include the end cover.
[0075] Figure 10 It is a perspective view of a shell body of a compressor according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0076] Figure 11 It is a schematic diagram of an exhaust distribution component of a compressor according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0077] Figure 12 It is a schematic diagram of an exhaust distribution component of a compressor according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0078] Figure 13 It is a schematic diagram of the cooperation between the exhaust distribution component and the valve of the compressor according to one embodiment of the present utility model.
[0079] Reference numerals:
[0080] 100. Thermal management device; 10. Compressor; 1011. Exhaust chamber; 1012. Intake chamber; 1021. First end portion; 1022. Second end portion; 1031. First mounting chamber; 1032. Second mounting chamber; 1033. Third mounting chamber; 1034. Fourth mounting chamber; 1041. Exhaust flow channel; 1042. Intake flow channel; 1051. First mounting seat; 1052. Second mounting seat; 11. Shell body; 111. First shell portion; 112. Second shell portion; 113. Third shell portion; 114. Second cylinder 12. Exhaust distribution component; 1201. First bypass channel; 1202. Second bypass channel; 1203. Inlet port; 1204. Exhaust port; 1205. Lubricating oil separation chamber; 1206. Window channel; 121. First cylinder; 122. Transparent window; 13. Low-pressure housing; 1301. First channel; 1302. Second channel; 1303. Power device heat dissipation surface; 1304. High-voltage connector mounting hole; 1305. Low-voltage connector mounting hole; 1306. Stator connector mounting hole; 1307. Cover plate mounting hole 131. End plate; 132. End cover; 133. High-voltage connector; 134. Low-voltage connector; 14. Compression unit; 141. Exhaust valve plate; 151. Stator; 152. Rotor; 153. Main shaft; 154. First balancing block; 155. Second balancing block; 161. Integrated circuit board; 162. Power module; 171. First bearing frame; 172. Second bearing frame; 173. First bearing; 174. Second bearing; 20. Heat exchange liquid storage assembly; 21. Liquid reservoir; 211. First observation window; 212. Second observation window. 22. Condenser; 23. Evaporator; 24. Subcooler; 201. First flow path; 202. Second flow path; 31. First valve; 32. Second valve; 33. Third valve; 34. Refrigerant filling valve; 51. First plug; 52. Second plug; 53. Third plug; 61. First sensor; 62. Second sensor; 63. Third sensor; 64. Fourth sensor; 65. Fifth sensor; 66. Oil detection tube; 71. Support base; 72. Vibration isolation pad; 73. Sealing ring; 74. Mounting bracket; 701. Accessory mounting hole; DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0081] The following describes in detail embodiments of the present invention, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.
[0082] Combine Figures 1 to 10According to an embodiment of the present invention, a thermal management device 100 includes a compressor 10, a first valve 31, a second valve 32, and a heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20. The first inlet of the first valve 31 is connected to the exhaust chamber 1011 of the compressor 10, the second inlet of the second valve 32 is connected to the bypass port of the first valve 31, and the second outlet of the second valve 32 is connected to the suction chamber 1012 of the compressor 10. The third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 is connected to the first outlet of the first valve 31, and the third outlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 is connected to the exhaust chamber 1011 of the compressor 10. The first valve 31 is configured to control the refrigerant in the exhaust chamber 1011 to selectively flow to the second inlet of the second valve 32 and the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20. By adjusting the opening of the first valve 31, the exhaust pressure can be controlled. By controlling the exhaust pressure, the input power of the compressor 10 can be indirectly changed, thereby changing the cooling and heating power of the thermal management device 100.
[0083] Among them, the compressor 10 can inhale air from the intake chamber 1012 and send it out from the exhaust chamber 1011 after compression. The compressor 10 is mainly formed by a collection of related compressor 10 components that can compress low-pressure refrigerant into high-pressure refrigerant. The heat exchange liquid storage component 20 is mainly formed by a collection of related heat exchange components that can achieve temperature control. The integration and structural strength of the compressor 10 and the heat exchange liquid storage component 20 are improved, and it also helps to improve the total volume of the internal flow path of the compressor 10 and the heat exchange liquid storage component 20, which is convenient for reducing the amount of refrigerant added.
[0084] According to the thermal management device 100 of the present embodiment, the return flow path of the first valve 31 and the second valve 32 increases the total flow rate of refrigerant flowing through the compressor 10, thereby increasing the output power of the compressor 10 and improving the heating capacity of the system. Adjusting the opening of the first valve 31 can adjust the exhaust pressure of the compressor 10, thereby increasing the output power of the compressor 10 and achieving a rapid heating effect.
[0085] The first valve 31 and the second valve 32 of the present invention may be electronic expansion valves, proportional valves, or throttle valves. Furthermore, the thermal management device 100 of the present invention may be used in vehicles or other equipment requiring temperature regulation. While the present invention is primarily described with reference to vehicles, this does not limit the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0086] In the vehicle, the thermal management device 100 is mainly connected to the vehicle's functional systems and is used to control the temperature of the vehicle's functional systems. The vehicle's functional systems can be electric drive systems, battery systems, temperature control systems or dehumidification systems in the passenger compartment, etc., so as to utilize the refrigerant in the thermal management device 100 for heat exchange and realize effective temperature control of the vehicle's electric drive system, battery system, and passenger compartment.
[0087] In some embodiments of the present invention, the thermal management device 100 has a first working mode, in which the first valve 31 controls the flow of refrigerant in the exhaust chamber 1011 to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20. Specifically, in the first working mode, the thermal management device 100 operates for ordinary cooling and heating, and the high-pressure refrigerant compressed by the compressor 10 passes through the first valve 31 (which can be in a fully open state) and enters the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20. The refrigerant exchanges heat with the refrigerant in the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20, and uses the refrigerant to exchange heat with the functional systems in the vehicle, which can meet ordinary cooling and heating conditions. In this mode, the second valve 32 can be kept in a closed state, and the heat exchange between the refrigerant flow path in the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the medium in the water flow path can meet the basic functions of the thermal management device 100.
[0088] In addition, reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 , the thermal management device 100 also has a second working mode. In the second working mode, the first valve 31 controls the refrigerant in the exhaust chamber 1011 to flow to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage component 20 and the second inlet of the second valve 32. Specifically, in the second working mode, the thermal management device 100 can achieve extremely low temperature requirements. When the ordinary refrigerant cycle cannot meet the cooling and heating requirements of the system, a part of the refrigerant sent out from the exhaust chamber 1011 can pass through the first valve 31 (which can be partially open) and enter the heat exchange liquid storage component 20. The refrigerant exchanges heat with the refrigerant in the heat exchange liquid storage component 20, and uses the refrigerant to exchange heat with the functional system in the vehicle, and finally flows back to the intake chamber 1012; another part of the refrigerant sent out from the exhaust chamber 1011 passes through the first valve 31 (partially open) and the second valve 32 (partially open) and also enters the intake chamber 1012. The heating cycle is completed. In this mode, the second valve 32 can be kept in an open state, which can meet the extremely cold requirements of the thermal management device 100. The attached Figure 3 and Figure 4 The refrigerant circulation path is shown in FIG.
[0089] In some embodiments, the compressor 10 has a first end 1021 and a second end 1022 that are opposite each other along the axis. The second end 1022 of the compressor 10 may be provided with an intake port 1203 and an exhaust port 1204. The heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 is connected to the compressor 10 and communicates with the exhaust port 1204 and the intake port 1203. Furthermore, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the compressor 10 are distributed along the axis of the compressor 10, with the intake port 1203 and the exhaust port 1204 being provided on the end surface of the second end 1022 of the compressor 10. This facilitates the connection of the compressor 10 to the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20.
[0090] Combine Figures 1 to 13The present invention further provides a compressor 10, comprising a housing 11 and an exhaust distribution member 12, connected to the housing 11. The first valve 31 and the second valve 32 of the aforementioned embodiment can be disposed on the exhaust distribution member 12, and the heat exchange and liquid storage assembly 20 can be connected to the exhaust distribution member 12. The exhaust distribution member 12 can be used to distribute the refrigerant discharged from the compressor 10, thereby improving the integration of the compressor 10 and facilitating assembly and maintenance of the compressor 10.
[0091] In addition, if Figures 5 to 13 The present invention also provides an exhaust distribution component 12, which is used to connect the aforementioned shell body 11. The exhaust distribution component 12 can be provided with a first installation cavity 1031 and an exhaust flow channel 1041. The exhaust flow channel 1041 connects the exhaust cavity 1011 and the first installation cavity 1031. The first valve 31 is provided in the first installation cavity 1031. The exhaust flow channel 1041 can deliver the refrigerant from the exhaust cavity 1011 and guide the refrigerant delivered from the exhaust cavity 1011 to flow into the first installation cavity 1031. By providing the first installation cavity 1031 in the exhaust distribution component 12, the integration of the compressor 10 can be improved, and the pipeline size can be reduced, thereby reducing the amount of refrigerant, reducing the safety risk caused by refrigerant leakage, and improving the stability and safety of the thermal management device 100.
[0092] Among them, the exhaust chamber 1011 is provided with a lubricating oil separation chamber 1205, and the exhaust flow channel 1041 connects the lubricating oil separation chamber 1205 and the first installation chamber 1031. The lubricating oil separation chamber 1205 can be used to separate the refrigerant and the lubricating oil. After the refrigerant is compressed by the compressor 10, it is sent to the exhaust chamber 1011. Since the speed of the compressor 10 is relatively high during operation, it is necessary to provide lubricating oil to improve the stability of the operation of the compressor 10. Of course, after the lubricating oil is provided, the refrigerant discharged from the compressor 10 during operation will inevitably carry lubricating oil. The refrigerant carrying lubricating oil enters the exhaust chamber 1011 and passes into the lubricating oil separation chamber 1205. The lubricating oil and the refrigerant will be separated in the lubricating oil separation chamber 1205, wherein the lubricating oil remains in the exhaust chamber 1011 (or the lubricating oil separation chamber 1205), while the refrigerant will be sent out through the exhaust flow channel 1041 and sent to the first installation chamber 1031, and then the first installation chamber 1031 is used to control the flow direction of the refrigerant. By providing the exhaust flow channel 1041, the refrigerant flow rate in the system can be increased, thereby improving the performance of the thermal management device 100. Furthermore, the lubricating oil separation chamber 1205 can separate the lubricating oil carried by the refrigerant, thereby increasing the amount of refrigerant in the refrigerant flow path and improving the operating performance of the compressor 10. This also facilitates the return of the separated lubricating oil to the compressor 10 for lubricating the compression unit 14 therein, thereby reducing the amount of lubricating oil used in the thermal management device 100.
[0093] Optionally, the exhaust channel 1041 is configured as a straight channel extending obliquely from bottom to top. The lower end of the exhaust channel 1041 communicates with the lubricating oil separation chamber 1205, and the upper end of the exhaust channel 1041 forms a first mounting cavity 1031 that extends through the outer surface of the exhaust distributor 12. Furthermore, the exhaust distributor 12 is provided with a first cylindrical portion, within which the lubricating oil separation chamber can be located. With the upper end of the exhaust channel extending through the outer surface of the exhaust distributor 12, the exhaust channel can be constructed by drilling a hole through the outer surface of the exhaust distributor 12. Furthermore, the open upper end of the exhaust channel facilitates installation of the first valve 31 within the first mounting cavity 1031, simplifying the assembly of the first valve 31. Furthermore, the installation of the first valve 31 can be used to seal the open end of the exhaust channel 1041, thereby improving the integration of the compressor 10.
[0094] In addition, the end face of the exhaust distribution component 12 is provided with an exhaust port 1204, which is connected to the first installation cavity 1031, and the exhaust port 1204 is connected to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage component 20. The exhaust port 1204 can facilitate the connection between the exhaust distribution component 12 and the heat exchange liquid storage component 20, simplify the pipeline setting of the thermal management device 100, and facilitate the production, assembly and maintenance of the thermal management device 100. In addition, the exhaust distribution component 12 can be connected to the heat exchange liquid storage component 20 as an integrated structure. For example, the exhaust distribution component 12 and the heat exchange liquid storage component 20 are stacked and docked along the axis of the compressor 10. At this time, the exhaust port 1204 can be docked with the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage component 20 along the axis of the compressor 10, which can further simplify the structure of the thermal management device 100 and facilitate installation. In addition, it can also shorten the length of the refrigerant pipeline and reduce the amount of refrigerant used.
[0095] Combine Figures 11 to 13 In some embodiments, the exhaust distribution member 12 is provided with a second installation cavity 1032 and a first bypass channel 1201. The first bypass channel 1201 connects the first installation cavity 1031 and the second installation cavity 1032, and the second valve 32 is disposed in the second installation cavity 1032. The first bypass channel 1201 can be used to allow refrigerant to flow from the first installation cavity 1031 to the second installation cavity 1032. Thus, when the first inlet of the first valve 31 is connected to the bypass port, the refrigerant delivered from the exhaust cavity 1011 will flow from the exhaust channel into the first bypass channel 1201. Thus, the first bypass channel 1201 is used to bypass the refrigerant, thereby increasing the amount of refrigerant return air and optimizing the performance of the thermal management device 100.
[0096] Optionally, the exhaust flow channel 1041 is configured as a straight channel. One end of the first bypass flow channel 1201 penetrates the outer surface of the exhaust distribution member and is provided with a first mounting seat 1051 for mounting a first sensor 61. The first sensor 61 is used to monitor the exhaust pressure and temperature of the compressor 10 as input signals for system regulation. The other end of the first bypass flow channel 1201 communicates with the second mounting cavity 1032. With one end of the first bypass flow channel 1201 penetrating the outer surface of the exhaust distribution member 12, an exhaust channel can be constructed by drilling a hole through the outer surface of the exhaust distribution member 12. Furthermore, with the first bypass flow channel 1201 open, the first sensor 61 can be conveniently mounted at the open end of the first bypass flow channel 1201. This not only seals the open section of the first bypass flow channel 1201, effectively sealing the refrigerant and preventing leakage, but also enables stable monitoring of the operating status of the compressor 10, allowing for rapid monitoring of the compressor 10's operating status.
[0097] Optionally, the first bypass channel 1201 and the exhaust channel 1041 intersect and communicate with each other, and the first installation cavity 1031 is provided at the intersection of the first bypass channel 1201 and the exhaust channel 1041. In this way, when the first valve 31 is provided in the first installation cavity 1031, it is convenient to connect the first inlet of the first valve 31 to the exhaust channel, and to connect the bypass interface of the first valve 31 to the second valve 32, thereby simplifying the structure of the first valve 31 and facilitating the circulation of the refrigerant. In addition, in combination with the aforementioned embodiment, the exhaust distribution component 12 is provided with an exhaust port 1204, which is used to connect to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20, wherein the exhaust port 1204 can be provided at the intersection of the first bypass channel 1201 and the exhaust channel 1041, thereby further facilitating the installation of the first valve 31 and facilitating the switching of the flow path of the first valve 31.
[0098] In some examples, the first mounting cavity 1031 and the second mounting cavity 1032 are distributed along the circumference of the exhaust distribution member 12. This facilitates the installation and assembly of the first valve 31 and the second valve 32, and further optimizes the integration of the thermal management device 100. Specifically, the first mounting cavity 1031 and the second mounting cavity 1032 can be provided on the outer circumference of the exhaust distribution member 12.
[0099] like Figures 11 to 13The exhaust distribution component 12 is provided with a second bypass channel 1202 and an air intake port 1203. The second bypass channel 1202 connects the second installation cavity 1032 and the air intake port 1203, and the air intake port 1203 connects to the third outlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20. The second bypass channel 1202 can be used to allow the refrigerant to flow from the second installation cavity 1032 to the air intake port 1203. When the first inlet of the first valve 31 is connected to the bypass port, the refrigerant delivered from the exhaust cavity 1011 will flow from the exhaust channel into the first bypass channel and the second bypass channel 1202. Thus, the second bypass channel 1202 is used to bypass the refrigerant, thereby increasing the amount of refrigerant return air and optimizing the performance of the thermal management device 100. In addition, the air intake port 1203 can be set to pass through the exhaust distribution component 12.
[0100] Optionally, the second bypass channel 1202 is configured as a linear channel. One end of the second bypass channel 1202 penetrates the outer surface of the exhaust distribution component 12 and is provided with a first plug 51. The other end of the second bypass channel 1202 communicates with the second mounting cavity 1032. With one end of the second bypass channel 1202 penetrating the outer surface of the exhaust distribution component 12, the second bypass channel 1202 can be constructed by drilling a hole through the outer surface of the exhaust distribution component 12. Furthermore, the open end of the second bypass channel 1202 can be sealed with the first plug 51 to prevent refrigerant leakage.
[0101] In addition, the first bypass channel 1201 and the second bypass channel 1202 are distributed along the circumference of the exhaust distribution member 12. The first bypass channel 1201 and the second bypass channel 1202 can be arranged to have an angle, and the second installation cavity 1032 is provided at the connection between the first bypass channel 1201 and the second bypass channel 1202.
[0102] In combination with the above, the exhaust distribution component 12 is provided with an exhaust flow channel 1041, a first installation cavity 1031, a first bypass flow channel 1201, a second installation cavity 1032, a second bypass flow channel 1202, an exhaust port 1204 and an air intake port 1203. The exhaust flow channel 1041 is connected to the first installation cavity 1031, the first bypass flow channel 1201 is connected to the first installation cavity 1031 and the second installation cavity 1032, the second bypass flow channel 1202 is connected to the second installation cavity 1032, the exhaust port 1204 is connected to the first installation cavity 1031, and the air intake port 1203 is connected to the second bypass flow channel 1202.
[0103] In addition, the exhaust gas distribution component 12 further includes a first cylindrical portion 121. In an orthographic projection along the axis of the compressor 10, a first mounting cavity 1031 and a second mounting cavity 1032 are disposed around the first cylindrical portion 121. This facilitates installation of the first valve 31 in the first mounting cavity 1031 and the second valve 32 in the second mounting cavity 1032. This provides ample accommodation space for the first and second valves 31, 32, and ensures that the exhaust gas distribution component 12 has a sufficient wall thickness, thereby improving the stability and safety of the compressor 10.
[0104] Optionally, the air intake port 1203 and the air exhaust port 1204 are provided on the end surface of the exhaust distribution component 12 to facilitate connection with the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 .
[0105] In addition, the thermal management device 100 having the exhaust distribution component 12 includes a compressor 10, a first valve 31, a second valve 32 and a heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20, wherein the first valve 31 is arranged in the first installation cavity 1031; the second valve 32 is arranged in the second installation cavity 1032; the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 is connected to the exhaust port 1204 and the intake port 1203, and the first valve 31 is configured to control the refrigerant discharged from the compressor 10 to selectively flow to the second valve 32 and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20.
[0106] Combine Figures 5 to 13 In some embodiments of the present invention, the exhaust distribution component 12 is further provided with a second mounting seat 1052 and a viewing window channel 1206. The second mounting seat 1052 is used to mount a transparent viewing window 122. The viewing window channel 1206 is configured as a straight channel, with one end of the viewing window channel 1206 communicating with the lower space of the exhaust cavity 1011 and the other end communicating with the second mounting seat 1052. The provision of the second mounting seat 1052 and the viewing window channel 1206 allows for the installation of the transparent viewing window 122 on the second mounting seat 1052. This facilitates observation of the internal conditions of the exhaust distribution component 12 through the transparent viewing window 122, facilitating timely refilling of refrigerant and lubricant, and facilitating maintenance of the thermal management device 100.
[0107] Combine Figures 5 to 13 In some embodiments of the present invention, the exhaust distribution member 12 and the housing body 11 are arranged along the axis of the compressor 10. This facilitates the connection between the compressor 10 and the heat exchange and liquid storage assembly 20 and improves the integration of the thermal management device 100. Furthermore, the exhaust distribution member 12 can be integral with at least a portion of the housing body 11 or separated from the housing body 11.
[0108] Optionally, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the exhaust distribution member 12 are distributed and connected along the axis of the compressor 10. This facilitates the connection of the exhaust distribution member 12 and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and shortens the pipeline between the exhaust distribution member 12 and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20, thereby reducing refrigerant consumption. Optionally, the shell body 11, the exhaust distribution member 12, and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 are distributed and connected along the axis of the compressor 10, with the exhaust distribution member 12 connected between the shell body 11 and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20.
[0109] Optionally, the exhaust distribution member 12 includes a first cylindrical portion 121, and the housing body 11 includes a second cylindrical portion 114, with the second cylindrical portion 114 extending through the first cylindrical portion 121. The first cylindrical portion 121 surrounds the second cylindrical portion 114, thereby achieving a stable connection between the housing body 11 and the exhaust distribution member 12 and effectively sealing the exhaust distribution member 12 and the housing body 11, thereby improving the stability and sealing effect of the connection, thereby preventing problems such as refrigerant leakage and enhancing the stability and safety of the thermal management device 100.
[0110] In some examples, the exhaust distribution component 12 and the housing body 11 are separate components that are connected as a single unit. Separating the exhaust distribution component 12 from the housing body 11 simplifies the structure of the exhaust distribution component 12 and the housing body 11, reducing the difficulty in manufacturing and assembling the thermal management device 100. Furthermore, by connecting the exhaust distribution component 12 and the housing body 11 as a single unit, the heat exchange and liquid storage assembly 20 or the vehicle can be connected after the exhaust distribution component 12 and the housing body 11 are assembled. This simplifies the installation process of the thermal management device 100, reduces costs, and improves stability.
[0111] Optionally, a second sealing ring 73 is provided between the exhaust distribution member 12 and the shell body 11. This can achieve effective sealing between the exhaust distribution member 12 and the shell body 11, improve the stability and sealing of the thermal management device 100, and prevent refrigerant leakage.
[0112] In some embodiments, the compressor 10 further includes a plurality of first fixing members distributed along the circumference of the compressor 10, and the plurality of first fixing members securely connect the exhaust distribution member 12 and the shell body 11. The first fixing members may be fixing bolts, and the plurality of first fixing members can achieve a uniform connection between the exhaust distribution member 12 and the shell body 11 along the circumference, thereby improving the sealing between the exhaust distribution member 12 and the shell body 11 and ensuring a stable connection between the exhaust distribution member 12 and the shell body 11.
[0113] like Figures 1 to 4In some embodiments of the present invention, the compressor 10 and the heat exchange and liquid storage assembly 20 are arranged along the axis of the compressor 10. This facilitates connection between the compressor 10 and the heat exchange and liquid storage assembly 20 and improves the integration of the thermal management device 100. Furthermore, the exhaust distribution member 12 can be integral with at least a portion of the housing body 11; alternatively, the exhaust distribution member 12 can be separate from the housing body 11.
[0114] Optionally, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the compressor 10 are stacked and connected as a whole. Providing the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the compressor 10 with a split structure can simplify the structure of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the compressor 10, and reduce the difficulty of production and assembly of the thermal management device 100. In addition, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the compressor 10 are connected as a whole. After the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the compressor 10 are assembled, they can be connected to the vehicle, which can simplify the installation process of the thermal management device 100, reduce costs and improve stability. In addition, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the compressor 10 are stacked, which can shorten the flow path and reduce the amount of refrigerant used.
[0115] Optionally, a first sealing ring 73 is provided between the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the compressor 10. This can achieve effective sealing between the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the compressor 10, improve the stability and sealing of the thermal management device 100, and prevent refrigerant leakage.
[0116] In some examples, the thermal management device 100 further includes a plurality of second fixing members distributed along the circumference of the compressor 10, wherein the plurality of second fixing members fixedly connect the compressor 10 and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20. The second fixing members may be fixing bolts, and the plurality of second fixing members can be used to achieve a uniform connection between the compressor 10 and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 along the circumference, thereby improving the sealing between the compressor 10 and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and ensuring a stable connection between the compressor 10 and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20.
[0117] In addition, if Figures 5 to 10 The present invention also provides a compressor 10 of a thermal management device 100, wherein the compressor 10 has a first end 1021 and a second end 1022 opposite to each other along an axis. The suction chamber 1012 of the compressor 10 is provided at the first end 1021, and the exhaust chamber 1011 of the compressor 10 is provided at the second end 1022. The second end 1022 is provided with an intake port 1203. The intake port 1203 can be configured to communicate with the third outlet of the aforementioned heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and the second outlet of the second valve 32.
[0118] The compressor 10 includes a first housing portion 111 and a second housing portion 112. The compression unit 14 is disposed within the first housing portion 111. The second housing portion 112 is disposed outside the first housing portion 111. An intake air duct 1042 is disposed within the second housing portion 112. One end of the intake air duct 1042 communicates with the intake port 1203, and the other end of the intake air duct 1042 communicates with the intake chamber 1012. By externalizing the intake air duct 1042, the size of the compressor 10 can be reduced, space utilization can be improved, and the internal flow path of the compressor 10 can be simplified, thereby simplifying the structure of the first housing portion 111 and facilitating refrigerant circulation.
[0119] In some embodiments, the first housing portion 111 extends along the axis of the compressor 10, and the second housing portion 112 extends parallel to the axis of the compressor 10. This can reduce flow resistance during refrigerant circulation and improve the performance of the thermal management device 100.
[0120] Optionally, the compressor 10 further includes a third housing portion 113 connected to the first housing portion 111 and the second housing portion 112. The third housing portion 113 can improve the structural strength of the connection between the first housing portion 111 and the second housing portion 112. The axis of the first housing portion 111 and the axis of the second housing portion 112 can be arranged to be parallel to each other and extend along the axis of the compressor 10. The third housing portion 113 can also be arranged in a plate-like shape extending along the axis of the compressor 10 and extending radially and axially of the first housing portion 111.
[0121] like Figures 5 to 10 In some embodiments, the first end 1021 of the compressor 10 is provided with a low-pressure housing 13, and the second end 1022 is provided with an exhaust distributor 12. The low-pressure housing 13 is provided with a communication flow channel, which connects the suction chamber 1012 and the suction flow channel 1042. The first housing portion 111 is connected between the low-pressure housing 13 and the exhaust distributor 12, and the second housing portion 112 is connected between the low-pressure housing 13 and the exhaust distributor 12. This simplifies the structure of the compressor 10 and improves the stability and structural strength of the compressor 10.
[0122] The connecting flow channel includes a first channel 1301, which is disposed outside the suction chamber 1012. The first channel 1301 can be used to connect the suction flow channel 1042 and the suction chamber 1012, and the first channel 1301 can be used to connect the suction chamber 1012 with the lower space of the suction chamber 1012, thereby facilitating the compression unit 14 to inhale air from the suction chamber 1012.
[0123] The connecting channel further includes a second channel 1302, which connects the first channel 1301 and the suction chamber 1012. The second channel 1302 can be used to guide the refrigerant in the first channel 1301 outside the suction chamber 1012 to the suction chamber 1012, thereby facilitating suction of the suction chamber 1012.
[0124] In some embodiments, the first channel 1301 is configured as a linear channel extending perpendicular to the axis of the compressor 10. One end of the first channel 1301 penetrates the outer surface of the low-pressure housing 13 and is provided with a second plug 52. This facilitates the molding of the first channel 1301, simplifies the structure of the low-pressure housing 13, and reduces the difficulty of processing the low-pressure housing 13. The first channel 1301 can be constructed by drilling a hole through the outer surface of the low-pressure housing 13, and the open end of the first channel 1301 can be sealed with the second plug 52 to prevent refrigerant leakage.
[0125] Optionally, the first channel 1301 extends in the up-down direction.
[0126] In some embodiments, the second channel 1302 is configured as a linear channel extending perpendicular to the axis of the compressor 10. One end of the second channel 1302 penetrates the outer surface of the low-pressure housing 13 and is provided with a third plug 53. This facilitates the molding of the second channel 1302, simplifies the structure of the low-pressure housing 13, and reduces the difficulty of processing the low-pressure housing 13. The second channel 1302 can be constructed by drilling a hole through the outer surface of the low-pressure housing 13, and the open end of the second channel 1302 can be sealed with the third plug 53 to prevent refrigerant leakage.
[0127] Optionally, the second channel 1302 is connected to the lower portion of the suction chamber 1012, so as to facilitate the suction of the compressor 10.
[0128] In some embodiments, the low-pressure housing 13 further includes a third mounting cavity 1033, which communicates with the communication channel. The compressor 10 further includes a refrigerant filling valve 34, which is located in the third mounting cavity 1033. The refrigerant filling valve 34 facilitates the filling of refrigerant into the compressor 10, thereby simplifying the processing and assembly of the thermal management device 100, improving the stability and cooling and heating capabilities of the thermal management device 100, reducing energy consumption, and achieving energy conservation and environmental protection. The refrigerant filling valve 34 can be used for vacuuming the compressor 10 and filling the refrigerant.
[0129] In some embodiments, the low-pressure housing 13 further includes a fourth mounting cavity 1034, which is connected to the communication flow channel. The compressor 10 further includes a second sensor 62, which is disposed in the fourth mounting cavity 1034. The second sensor 62 can be configured to detect the refrigerant temperature and pressure in the suction cavity 1012, the suction flow channel 1042, etc., to facilitate control of the thermal management system.
[0130] In some embodiments, an electric control chamber for mounting electronic components is provided at the first end of the compressor 10. The electronic components, the electric control chamber, etc. can be integrated into the compressor 10, thereby increasing the integration level of the compressor 10 and reducing the size of the compressor 10.
[0131] Furthermore, the electronic device includes a high-voltage connector 133, which is installed in the electric control cavity and extends out of the electric control cavity for connecting to a high-voltage wiring harness; and / or, the electronic device includes a low-voltage connector 134, which is installed in the electric control cavity and extends out of the electric control cavity for connecting to a low-voltage wiring harness; and / or, the electronic device includes a stator connector, which is installed in the electric control cavity and extends out of the electric control cavity for connecting to the stator 151; and / or, the electronic device includes an integrated circuit board 161, which is installed in the electric control cavity and electrically connects the high-voltage connector 133 and the low-voltage connector 134. A stator connector mounting hole 1306 is designed on the low-voltage housing 13 for sealing and insulating the stator connector and the low-voltage housing 13. Through the stator connector mounting hole 1306, communication and electrical conduction between the integrated circuit board 161 and the stator 151 can be achieved.
[0132] Optionally, the first end 1021 of the compressor 10 is provided with an end plate 131 and an end cover 132 covering the end plate 131, and the end cover 132 is farther away from the second end 1022 of the compressor 10 than the end plate 131, wherein the end plate 131 is provided with a high-voltage connector mounting hole 1304, a low-voltage connector mounting hole 1305, a stator connector mounting hole 1306, a power device heat dissipation surface 1303 and / or a cover mounting hole 1307, and the high-voltage connector mounting hole 1304 and the low-voltage connector mounting hole 1305 pass through the end plate 131 and are arranged on the outside of the suction cavity 1012. The low-voltage connector 134 can be located in the low-voltage connector mounting hole 1305, and the high-voltage connector 133 can be located in the high-voltage connector mounting hole 1304. Since the low-voltage connector mounting hole 1305 and the high-voltage connector mounting hole 1304 pass through the end plate 131, the wiring port of the high-voltage connector 133 and the wiring port of the low-voltage connector 134 can be located on the side of the end plate 131 facing the second end 1022, thereby facilitating the wiring of the compressor 10 and reducing the space occupied by the compressor 10, thereby improving space utilization. The heat generated by the power module 162 on the integrated circuit board 161 is efficiently conducted through the power device heat dissipation surface 1303. The heat conducted to the low-pressure housing 13 is released into the refrigerant through convection heat exchange between the low-pressure housing 13 and the refrigerant.
[0133] In addition, the end plate 131 is provided with stator connector mounting holes 1306, a power device heat dissipation surface 1303, and / or a cover plate mounting hole 1307. This facilitates the installation of electronic components and circuit boards, as well as the heat dissipation of power devices, thereby improving the operational stability of the compressor 10 and optimizing its performance.
[0134] In addition, the end face formed by the second end 1022 is connected to the surface of the heat exchange liquid storage component 20, so that the exhaust port 1204 and the intake port 1203 integrated in the second end 1022 are connected to the refrigerant flow path on the heat exchange liquid storage component 20, ensuring the normal circulation of the refrigerant in the thermal management device 100, while reducing the use of connecting pipes and reducing the overall volume of the thermal management device 100; the integrated assembly of the compressor 10 and the heat exchange liquid storage component 20 is achieved by means of, for example, bolt connection, snap connection, and plug-in connection, thereby improving the connection reliability of the compressor 10 and the heat exchange liquid storage component 20, and thereby further ensuring the circulation reliability of the internal refrigerant.
[0135] The first end portion 1021 is used to connect to the vehicle power supply. When the first end portion 1021 and the second end portion 1022 are arranged opposite each other, that is, when the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 is located on the side of the compressor 10 away from the first end portion 1021, the installation space on this side can be reasonably utilized. In other words, it can effectively reduce the space occupied on the other side of the thermal management device 100, freeing up space for the assembly of other components and reducing interference. Of course, in other embodiments, depending on the specific distribution positions of the exhaust port 1204 and the intake port 1203 of the compressor 10, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 can semi-surround the compressor 10, or be connected to the peripheral side of the compressor 10.
[0136] The first end portion 1021 is provided with a connector for connecting to a power source. The connector includes a high-voltage connector 133 and a low-voltage connector 134 spaced apart from top to bottom.
[0137] In some embodiments, the compressor 10 is provided with an electric unit and a compression unit 14. The electric unit is provided in the first housing portion 111. The electric unit includes a stator 151, a rotor 152 and a main shaft 153. The main shaft 153 is connected to the rotor 152. The stator 151 drives the rotor 152 to rotate. The main shaft 153 is transmission-connected to the compression unit 14, wherein one end of the main shaft 153 is connected to the compression unit 14 and is provided with a first balancing block 154; and / or, one end of the rotor 152 is away from the compression unit 14 and is provided with a second balancing block 155.
[0138] In combination with the above, the compressor 10 of the present invention may include: a low-pressure housing 13, a low-pressure connector 134, a high-pressure connector 133, an end cover 132, a mounting bracket 74, an exhaust distribution component 12, etc.
[0139] The high-voltage connector 133 connects to the vehicle's high-voltage wiring harness, providing high-voltage power to the compressor 10 and implementing the high-voltage system interlocking function. The low-voltage connector 134 connects to the vehicle's low-voltage wiring harness, providing low-voltage control signals to the compressor 10. The vehicle controls the compressor 10 and receives feedback signals from the compressor 10 through the low-voltage connector 134. The integrated circuit board 161 receives the control signals from the low-voltage connector 134 and converts the direct current from the high-voltage connector 133 into alternating current with adjustable frequency and voltage. This generates a rotating magnetic field through the coils of the stator 151. The rotating magnetic field causes the rotor 152 to rotate about the axis formed by the first and second bearings 173 and 174. A first balancing weight 154 and a second balancing weight 155 are mounted at the ends of the main shaft 153 and rotor 152, respectively. These balancing weights offset the unbalanced forces generated by the movement of the rotor 152 and compression element 14, reducing vibration in the compressor 10.
[0140] The compression unit 14 may include a fixed scroll and a movable scroll. The fixed scroll is relatively stationary with the shell body 11. The movable scroll and the rotor 152 are connected together through the main shaft 153. The movable scroll generates a spiral translation under the drive of the rotor 152. The refrigerant enters and exits the compressor 10 through the exhaust distribution component 12. The exhaust distribution component 12 is processed with an exhaust port 1204 and an intake port 1203. The refrigerant enters the compressor 10 from the intake port 1203 and flows out of the compressor 10 after exhaust. The first plug 51 and the exhaust distribution component 12, the second plug 52 and the third plug 53 and the low-pressure shell 13 in the utility model can be connected and fixed by welding or threading with a sealing ring 73.
[0141] Optionally, the low-pressure housing 13 is designed with a first bearing frame 171, in which a first bearing 173 is mounted, which supports the end of the main shaft 153. The low-pressure housing 13 is also designed with a second bearing frame 172, in which a second bearing 174 is mounted, which supports the end of the main shaft 153. A mounting bracket 74 is designed on the low-pressure housing 13 for securing the compressor 10 assembly to the vehicle. An accessory bracket and accessory mounting holes 701 are designed on the low-pressure housing 13 for securing other accessories of the refrigeration system.
[0142] Among them, the refrigerant enters the intake flow channel 1042 from the intake port 1203, enters the low-pressure cavity of the compressor 10 through the intake flow channel 1042, and flows through the stator 151 and rotor 152 of the motor in the low-pressure cavity and then enters the compressor 10 cavity formed by the movable scroll and the static scroll. The refrigerant compression process is realized in the movable / static scroll, and the high-pressure refrigerant gas is discharged from the central exhaust hole of the static scroll. The refrigerant breaks through the exhaust valve plate 141 and enters the exhaust distribution component 12. The refrigerant and lubricating oil are separated in the oil separation channel of the exhaust distribution component 12. The separated lubricating oil flows into the vicinity of the second bearing 174 through the return oil hole to lubricate the second bearing 174. The end of the oil separation channel is connected to the first valve 31 and the exhaust port 1204, and the exhaust pressure is adjusted by the first valve 31. The exhaust port 1204 is connected to the external heat exchanger to realize the heat and mass transfer functions between the refrigerant and the refrigeration system.
[0143] Integrated circuit board 161 receives control signals from low-voltage connector 134 and converts the direct current from high-voltage connector 133 into alternating current with adjustable frequency and voltage. This current then generates a rotating magnetic field through the coils of stator 151. The rotating magnetic field causes rotor 152 to rotate about the axis formed by first bearing 173 and second bearing 174.
[0144] In the technical solution of the present utility model, the integrated assembly of the thermal management device 100 and the connection of the internal flow path are realized by directly connecting the compressor 10 and the heat exchange liquid storage component 20, ensuring that the thermal management device 100 can realize temperature control of the functional system of the vehicle. Moreover, compared with using connecting pipes to connect various components, the number of connecting pipes can be reduced, the integration of the thermal management device 100 can be improved, and the total volume of the flow channel in the thermal management device 100 can be reduced, reducing the risk of refrigerant leakage. At the same time, the refrigerant filling amount can be greatly reduced and the structural strength of the device can be increased, thereby improving the safety of the use of the thermal management system. In addition, the assembly method of integrating the two assemblies can save assembly time of the thermal management system and meet the hierarchical assembly of the general assembly line.
[0145] like Figure 1 and Figure 2The present invention also provides a heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20, wherein the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 includes a liquid reservoir 21 and at least one heat exchanger. The liquid reservoir 21 and at least one heat exchanger are integrated into a whole. Furthermore, by integrating the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 into a whole, the assembly of the thermal management device 100 and the connection of the internal flow path are realized. Compared with using connecting pipes to connect the various components, the number of connecting pipes is reduced, the integration of the thermal management device 100 is improved, and the total volume of the flow channel in the thermal management device 100 is reduced, reducing the risk of refrigerant leakage. At the same time, the refrigerant filling amount can be greatly reduced and the structural strength of the device can be increased, thereby improving the safety of the thermal management system. It can also save assembly hours for the thermal management system and meet the hierarchical assembly of the general assembly line. The reduction in the refrigerant filling amount can increase the safety of the flammable and explosive thermal management system and improve the safety level of the entire vehicle.
[0146] Optionally, the liquid reservoir 21 and at least one heat exchanger are stacked along the axis of the compressor 10. This simplifies the flow path within the heat exchange processing assembly and reduces flow resistance. Furthermore, a desiccant and / or filter can be integrated within the liquid reservoir 21 to improve the operating performance of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20, increase the proportion of gaseous refrigerant in the refrigerant flow path, and optimize the performance of the compressor 10.
[0147] Optionally, the liquid reservoir 21 and the at least one heat exchanger are integrated into a single unit by welding or bolting, which can improve the stability and structural strength of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and ensure the sealing between the components to prevent refrigerant leakage, thereby improving the stability and safety of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20. In addition, the liquid reservoir 21 and the at least one heat exchanger can be connected to each other through internal flow channels to achieve refrigerant flow.
[0148] In some embodiments, a first observation window 211 is provided at the bottom of the liquid reservoir 21; and / or a second observation window 212 is provided on the side of the liquid reservoir 21. The first observation window 211 and the second observation window 212 are used to observe the refrigerant status inside the liquid reservoir 21 and at the outlet of the liquid reservoir 21. This facilitates observation of the internal status of the liquid reservoir 21, facilitating assembly and maintenance of the thermal management device 100.
[0149] The heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 is provided with independent refrigerant flow paths and coolant flow paths. The second end portion 1022 of the compressor 10 is provided with an exhaust port 1204 and an air intake port 1203. The refrigerant flow path is connected to the compressor 10 through the exhaust port 1204 and the air intake port 1203, so that the refrigerant of the compressor 10 flows into the refrigerant flow path of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 through the exhaust port 1204 and exchanges heat with the coolant in the coolant flow path. After the heat exchange, the refrigerant re-enters the compressor 10 through the air intake port 1203, completing a cycle. Optionally, the refrigerant flow path is provided between the third inlet and the third outlet.
[0150] There is at least one coolant flow path in the heat exchange liquid storage component 20, and each coolant flow path corresponds to each functional system, and is connected to the refrigerant flow path in a closed loop. In this way, the refrigerant in one refrigerant flow path is heat exchanged with the coolant in multiple coolant flow paths to achieve effective temperature control of the vehicle's electric drive system, battery system, and passenger compartment, which helps to improve the functional integration of the heat exchange liquid storage component 20, further simplify the system flow path, and reduce costs.
[0151] Each heat exchanger corresponds to a different functional system, enhancing the functional integration of the heat exchange reservoir assembly 20. By utilizing the structural characteristics of the heat exchanger, namely the close arrangement of the plates to form flow channels for the hot and cold fluids, the heat exchanger has a smaller footprint and occupies less space than other types of heat exchangers. This, combined with the stacked arrangement of the reservoir 21, can reduce the space occupied by the heat exchange reservoir assembly 20 to a certain extent. At the same time, effective temperature control is achieved through heat exchange between the refrigerant and the coolant entering the heat exchange reservoir assembly 20. The reservoir 21 and the heat exchanger assembly can be connected integrally, for example, by brazing.
[0152] In some embodiments, at least one heat exchanger includes a condenser 22 and an evaporator 23, with the liquid reservoir 21 located between the condenser 22 and the evaporator 23. Specifically, the heat exchanger group includes the condenser 22 and the evaporator 23 arranged in a stacked manner, with the liquid reservoir 21 located between the condenser 22 and the evaporator 23. Because the refrigerant flowing out of the condenser 22 is in a two-phase state, the built-in flow channel of the liquid reservoir 21 can be used to separate the liquid refrigerant and the gaseous refrigerant in the liquid reservoir 21. The liquid refrigerant then flows out through the bottom corner holes of the liquid reservoir 21 and flows to the evaporator 23, ensuring the evaporation capacity of the evaporator 23, ensuring that the refrigerant expands in the evaporator 23 and fully absorbs the heat of the coolant, thereby improving the heat exchange efficiency between the refrigerant flow path and the coolant flow path.
[0153] The liquid reservoir 21 is placed between the condenser 22 and the evaporator 23, and the flow paths between the liquid reservoir 21, the condenser 22 and the evaporator 23 are reasonably designed to ensure that the connecting flow paths between the condenser 22 and the liquid reservoir 21 and between the liquid reservoir 21 and the evaporator 23 are as short as possible. This helps to simplify the flow path within the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20, avoid excessive loss of pressure and heat due to a too long flow path, and improve the flow smoothness of the refrigerant and the heat exchange efficiency with the corresponding coolant.
[0154] The coolant flow path flowing through the condenser 22 can be used to control the temperature and humidity in the passenger compartment, and the coolant flow path flowing through the evaporator 23 can be used to control the temperature of the battery system and the temperature and humidity in the passenger compartment. The remaining coolant flow paths can be equipped with additional heat exchangers or independent external radiators to control the temperature of the electric drive system so that the various functional systems of the vehicle can reach a good operating state, ensure the driving and riding comfort of the driver and passengers, and also ensure the stable and reliable operation of the vehicle.
[0155] In some embodiments, the liquid reservoir 21 is provided with a gas-liquid separation unit, and the gas-liquid separation unit is connected in series between the condenser 22 and the evaporator 23 .
[0156] Optionally, at least one heat exchanger further includes a subcooler 24, which is connected in series between the condenser 22 and the evaporator 23, wherein the subcooler 24 is provided between the condenser 22 and the liquid reservoir 21; or the subcooler 24 is provided between the evaporator 23 and the liquid reservoir 21. The provision of the subcooler 24 allows for secondary heat exchange between the condensed saturated liquid and the coolant, further increasing the subcooling degree of the refrigerant and reducing flash gas generated during the throttling process of the refrigerant, thereby helping to increase the evaporation capacity of the evaporator 23 and improving the heat exchange efficiency.
[0157] like Figures 1 to 2 The subcooler 24 is located between the liquid reservoir 21 and the condenser 22. At this time, a through hole is provided on the subcooler 24, which is used to connect the condensation outlet of the condenser 22 and the condensation inlet of the liquid reservoir 21, serving as a channel connecting the condenser 22 and the liquid reservoir 21, ensuring that the refrigerant flowing out of the condenser 22 can pass through the subcooler 24 (without heat exchange), enter and realize the separation of liquid refrigerant and gaseous refrigerant in the liquid reservoir 21, and the liquid reservoir 21 is also provided with a bottom corner hole connected to the subcooling inlet of the subcooler 24, ensuring that the liquid refrigerant flows through the bottom corner hole and the subcooling inlet in turn into the subcooler 24 for secondary heat exchange, and flows out of the subcooler 24 through the subcooling outlet on the subcooler 24, and the subcooling outlet is connected to the throttling inlet of the throttling device such as the expansion valve. Of course, in other embodiments, the subcooler 24 is located between the liquid reservoir 21 and the evaporator 23.
[0158] In some embodiments, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 also includes a third valve 33, which is connected in series between the condenser 22 and the evaporator 23. The third valve 33 is used to control the flow of refrigerant from the condenser 22 to the evaporator 23. The third valve 33 is arranged at the inlet of the evaporator 23. On the one hand, it controls the flow of refrigerant entering the evaporator 23 to ensure that the refrigerant flowing out of the outlet of the evaporator 23 is in a gaseous state, reducing the content of liquid refrigerant, thereby reducing the possibility of liquid hammer caused by the refrigerant entering the compressor 10, and avoiding insufficient refrigeration due to too small a refrigerant flow rate, ensuring the cooling capacity of the evaporator 23, and improving the heat exchange efficiency. On the other hand, the low-temperature and high-pressure liquid refrigerant can be throttled through the throttle hole of the third valve 33 to become a low-temperature and low-pressure mist liquid refrigerant, which meets the evaporation conditions of the liquid refrigerant and thereby improves the evaporation heat absorption efficiency.
[0159] In order to further improve the integration level of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20, in one embodiment, the third valve 33 is integrated into the liquid storage container 21. It can be understood that, in combination with Figures 1 to 4 A throttling channel is integrated on the liquid reservoir 21, and the throttling channel and the built-in channel of the liquid reservoir 21 are independently arranged and do not communicate with each other. The throttling channel is provided with a throttling inlet connected to the subcooling outlet of the subcooler 24, and a throttling outlet connected to the inlet of the evaporator 23. In this way, the pressure regulation and flow regulation of the refrigerant flowing from the condenser 22 to the evaporator 23 can be achieved. At the same time, it helps to improve the integration of the liquid reservoir 21 and the third valve 33, reduce external pipelines, and thereby improve the integration level of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 and reduce the space occupied by the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20.
[0160] The refrigerant flow path is used to allow the refrigerant flowing into the third inlet to sequentially pass through the condenser 22, the liquid reservoir 21, the subcooler 24 and the evaporator 23 for heat exchange, and is also used to allow the refrigerant after heat exchange to flow back to the third outlet through the liquid reservoir 21, the subcooler 24 and the condenser 22 in sequence;
[0161] The heat exchanger can be a plate heat exchanger, that is, the plates are stacked and arranged, and the gaps between adjacent plates form a first inter-plate flow channel and a second inter-plate flow channel that are not connected to each other. The first inter-plate flow channel is configured as a refrigerant flow path for the flow of refrigerant, and is connected to the exhaust port 1204 of the compressor 10 through the corner holes on the plates. The second inter-plate flow channel is configured as a coolant flow path for the flow of coolant, and is connected to the corresponding functional system. The refrigerant and the coolant exchange heat through the plates.
[0162] Specifically, if Figure 1 to Figure 4Taking the subcooler 24 located at the liquid reservoir 21 and the condenser 22 as an example, the first inlet and the first outlet on the condenser 22 are connected through the first coolant flow path, and are used to connect the corresponding functional system, and then the refrigerant in the refrigerant flow path of the condenser 22 is used to perform heat exchange with the coolant in the first coolant flow path; the second inlet and the second outlet on the evaporator 23 are connected through the second coolant flow path, and are used to connect the corresponding functional system, and then the refrigerant in the refrigerant flow path of the evaporator 23 is used to perform heat exchange with the coolant in the second coolant flow path.
[0163] During ordinary cooling and heating processes, since the heat exchange liquid storage component 20 is connected to the compressor 10 through the condenser 22, the third inlet of the condenser 22 is directly connected to the exhaust port 1204 of the compressor 10, so that the refrigerant directly enters the condenser 22 through the third inlet (exhaust port 1204), is liquefied and releases heat to the coolant, completing the heat exchange. In order to avoid refrigerant leakage, a first sealing ring 73 is set between the third inlet and the exhaust port 1204.
[0164] In order to ensure that the refrigerant that has completed heat absorption flows back to the compressor 10 and re-participates in the circulation, the liquid reservoir 21 is provided with a through hole connecting the evaporator 23 and the condenser 22. The through hole connects to the part of the refrigerant flow path formed by the overlapping corner holes on the evaporator 23 and the part of the refrigerant flow path formed by the overlapping corner holes on the condenser 22, so that the refrigerant that has completed heat absorption passes through the evaporator 23, the liquid reservoir 21, the subcooler 24, and the condenser 22 in turn, and enters the compressor 10 through the air intake port 1203, cooperating with the refrigerant flow path in the compressor 10 to complete a cycle.
[0165] In order to ensure the reliability of heat exchange in the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20, in one embodiment, a first thermal insulation pad is provided on the outside of the evaporator 23, specifically between the evaporator 23 and the liquid reservoir 21. When the refrigerant undergoes a vaporization reaction in the evaporator 23, the refrigerant is prevented from absorbing heat in the liquid reservoir 21 to a certain extent. When the first thermal insulation pad completely wraps the evaporator 23, the refrigerant is prevented from absorbing heat around the evaporator 23 to a certain extent, such as heat in the liquid reservoir 21 and heat in the external environment. It can also reduce the heat dissipation of the refrigerant that has completed heat absorption, thereby reducing the impact on the rear-end circulation.
[0166] In one embodiment, a second thermal insulation pad is provided on the periphery of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 , and the second thermal insulation pad wraps the evaporator 23 , the liquid storage 21 , the subcooler 24 and the condenser 22 to improve the thermal insulation effect of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 .
[0167] In addition, since the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 is connected to the compressor 10 through the condenser 22, the condenser 22 and the refrigerant outlet of the compressor 10 are directly connected to the air intake port 1203 of the compressor 10, so that the refrigerant directly enters the compressor 10 through the refrigerant outlet (air intake port 1203). In order to avoid refrigerant leakage, a second sealing ring 73 is set between the refrigerant outlet and the air intake port 1203.
[0168] Optionally, an oil detection tube 66 is provided at the top of the reservoir 21. The oil detection tube 66 is connected to the inlet of the third valve 33. The state of the refrigerant can be detected by connecting the oil detection tube 66 to an external test device. This facilitates detection of the oil in the reservoir 21. Optionally, the reservoir 21 is provided with a third sensor 63, which is configured to detect the outlet refrigerant temperature and / or pressure of the evaporator 23. Furthermore, the reservoir 21 is provided with a fourth sensor 64, which is configured to detect the inlet refrigerant temperature and / or pressure of the third valve 33. Furthermore, the reservoir 21 is provided with a fifth sensor 65, which is configured to detect the outlet refrigerant temperature and / or pressure of the third valve 33.
[0169] In some embodiments, the water cooling flow path includes a first flow path 201 and a second flow path 202 . The first flow path 201 is provided in the condenser 22 , and the second flow path 202 is provided in the evaporator 23 .
[0170] The present invention also proposes a thermal management system for a vehicle, which includes the aforementioned thermal management device 100 and / or the aforementioned compressor. The specific structures of the compressor and the thermal management device 100 refer to the above-mentioned embodiments. Since this thermal management system adopts all the technical solutions of all the above-mentioned embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above-mentioned embodiments, which will not be described one by one here.
[0171] The present utility model also proposes a vehicle, which includes the aforementioned compressor, thermal management device, thermal management system and / or vehicle. The specific structures of the compressor, thermal management device, thermal management system and / or vehicle refer to the above-mentioned embodiments. Since the present vehicle adopts all the technical solutions of all the above-mentioned embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above-mentioned embodiments, which will not be described one by one here.
[0172] The present invention provides a thermal management device 100, which includes a compressor 10, a heat exchange and liquid storage assembly 20, multiple sensors, fixing bolts, multiple valves (which may be electronic expansion valves), a refrigerant filling port, a vibration isolation pad 72, and a support base 71. The compressor 10 includes a shell body 11 and an exhaust distribution member 12. The liquid storage and heat exchange assembly may include an evaporator 23, a condenser 22, a subcooler 24, and a liquid storage 21.
[0173] The exhaust distribution component 12 is provided with a first valve 31 , a second valve 32 , a first sensor 61 , a transparent window 122 , etc.
[0174] The liquid reservoir 21 is provided with a third sensor 63 , a fourth sensor 64 , a fifth sensor 65 , a third valve 33 , a first observation window 211 , a second observation window 212 , an oil detection tube 66 , and the like.
[0175] Thermal management device 100 includes a refrigerant circuit and a coolant circuit. These circuits operate in closed loops and exchange heat through heat exchangers (including an evaporator 23, a condenser 22, and a subcooler 24), effectively controlling the temperature of the vehicle's battery, electric drive, and passenger compartment. Condenser 22, subcooler 24, reservoir 21 (with integrated desiccant and filter), and evaporator 23 are stacked in a sequence, along the axis of compressor 10, moving away from it.
[0176] The condenser 22, the subcooler 24, the liquid reservoir 21 (with a desiccant and a filter integrated therein) and the evaporator 23 are integrated into a whole by welding or bolting, and the adjacent heat exchangers or liquid reservoirs 21 realize the flow of refrigerant through internal flow channels.
[0177] The compressor 10 and heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 are connected to form a whole through a sealing ring 73 and bolts. The refrigerant flows and changes phases between the two to heat and cool the coolant flowing in from the outside. The different subcomponents of the compressor 10 are connected through sealing rings 73 and bolts. The coolant enters and exits through the inlets and outlets of the evaporator 23 and condenser 22, achieving heat exchange between the coolant and the refrigerant.
[0178] A connected refrigerant flow channel is formed on the side of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 by welding or bolting. The welded flow channel inlet is connected to the exhaust distribution component 12 via a sealing ring 73 and bolts. A connected refrigerant flow channel is formed on the side of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly 20 by welding or bolting. The welded flow channel outlet is connected to the intake flow channel 1042 of the compressor 10 via a sealing ring 73 and bolts.
[0179] In combination with the above, the thermal management device 100 of the present invention has a first operating mode and a second operating mode.
[0180] In the first working mode: the high-pressure refrigerant compressed by the compressor 10 passes through the first valve 31 (fully open) and the exhaust distribution component 12, and then flows out through the sealing ring 73 into the condenser 22. The refrigerant releases heat into the coolant (which can be antifreeze) in the condenser 22. After flowing out of the condenser 22, the refrigerant passes through the internal through-hole of the subcooler 24 and enters the reservoir 21. The liquid refrigerant and the gaseous refrigerant are separated in the reservoir 21. The liquid refrigerant flows into the inlet of the subcooler 24 through the outlet of the reservoir 21. In the subcooler 24, the refrigerant and the coolant realize secondary heat exchange to further increase the subcooling degree of the refrigerant. After flowing out of the subcooler 24, the refrigerant enters the inlet of the third valve 33 integrated in the reservoir 21 from the outlet of the subcooler 24. The flow regulation and throttling process of the refrigerant are realized in the third valve 33. The refrigerant exiting the third valve 33 passes through the refrigerant flow channel integrated into the reservoir 21 and enters the evaporator 23, where it expands and absorbs heat from the coolant. Having absorbed heat, the refrigerant then flows out the side of the water-cooled evaporator 23 and into the heat exchanger and refrigerant flow channels on the side of the reservoir 21. The refrigerant passes through the sealing ring 73 and enters the intake flow channel 1042 of the compressor 10. The refrigerant is ultimately drawn into the low-pressure chamber of the compressor 10. This low-pressure refrigerant is pressurized by the high-pressure chamber of the compressor 10 and then flows out of the exhaust distributor 12, completing the cycle. In this mode, the second valve 32 remains closed. The coolant exchanges heat with the evaporator 23 and condenser 22. If the passenger compartment heat exchanger is connected to the coolant in the evaporator 23, cooling or demisting functions are achieved; if the passenger compartment heat exchanger is connected to the coolant in the condenser 22, heating or defrosting functions are achieved.
[0181] In the second operating mode, when the standard refrigerant cycle cannot meet the system's heating needs, a portion of the refrigerant passes through the first valve 31 (partially open) and flows out of the exhaust manifold 12. It then flows through the sealing ring 73 and into the condenser 22. The refrigerant entering the condenser 22 continues to flow through the condenser 22, the liquid reservoir 21, the subcooler 24, the third valve 33, and the evaporator 23, before finally being drawn into the compressor 10 through the intake duct 1042. Simultaneously, another portion of the refrigerant passes through the first valve 31 (partially open) and the second valve 32 (partially open) and enters the compressor 10 intake duct 1042. Within the compressor 10 intake duct 1042, the two refrigerants mix. After mixing, the refrigerant is again pressurized by the compressor 10 before flowing out to the exhaust manifold 12, completing the heating cycle. The return flow through the first and second valves 31, 32 increases the total refrigerant flow through the compressor 10, increasing the compressor 10 output power and improving the system's heating capacity. By adjusting the opening of the first valve 31 , the exhaust pressure of the compressor 10 can be adjusted, and the output power of the compressor 10 can be increased to achieve a rapid heating effect.
[0182] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like to indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation to the present invention.
[0183] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one such feature. In the description of this utility model, "plurality" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise specifically defined.
[0184] In this utility model, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," "connect," "fixed," etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection, electrical connection; direct connection, or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; internal communication between two components, or interaction between two components, unless otherwise specified. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.
[0185] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, when a first feature is "above" or "below" a second feature, it may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediary. Furthermore, when a first feature is "above," "above," or "above" a second feature, it may mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is at a higher level than the second feature. When a first feature is "below," "below," or "below" a second feature, it may mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is at a lower level than the second feature.
[0186] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and combine different embodiments or examples described in this specification and features of different embodiments or examples without contradiction.
[0187] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it can be understood that the above embodiments are illustrative and cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention. Ordinary technicians in this field can change, modify, replace and modify the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A thermal management device, characterized in that: include: compressor; a first valve, wherein a first inlet of the first valve is connected to the exhaust chamber of the compressor; a second valve, wherein a second inlet of the second valve is connected to a bypass port of the first valve, and a second outlet of the second valve is connected to a suction chamber of the compressor; a heat exchange liquid storage assembly, wherein the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly is connected to the first outlet of the first valve, and the third outlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly is connected to the exhaust chamber of the compressor, Wherein, the first valve is configured to control the refrigerant in the exhaust chamber to selectively flow to the second inlet of the second valve and the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly.
2. The thermal management device according to claim 1, characterized in that The thermal management device has a first operating mode, in which the first valve controls the refrigerant in the exhaust chamber to flow to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly; And / or, the thermal management device further has a second working mode, in which the first valve controls the refrigerant in the exhaust chamber to flow to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the second inlet of the second valve.
3. The thermal management device according to claim 1, characterized in that The compressor includes a shell body and an exhaust distribution component, the exhaust distribution component is connected to the shell body, the first valve and the second valve are provided on the exhaust distribution component, and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly is connected to the exhaust distribution component.
4. The thermal management device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The exhaust distribution component is provided with a first installation cavity and an exhaust flow channel. The exhaust flow channel communicates the exhaust cavity and the first installation cavity. The first valve is provided in the first installation cavity.
5. The thermal management device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The exhaust cavity is provided with a lubricating oil separation cavity, and the exhaust flow channel is connected with the lubricating oil separation cavity and the first installation cavity.
6. The thermal management device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The exhaust flow channel is configured as a straight channel extending obliquely from bottom to top, the lower end of the exhaust flow channel is connected to the lubricating oil separation chamber, and the upper end of the exhaust flow channel forms the first installation chamber and passes through the outer surface of the exhaust distribution component.
7. The thermal management device according to claim 4, characterized in that: An exhaust port is provided on the end surface of the exhaust distribution component, and the exhaust port is connected to the first installation cavity, and the exhaust port is connected to the third inlet of the heat exchange liquid storage component.
8. The thermal management device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The exhaust distribution component is provided with a second installation cavity and a first bypass flow channel, the first bypass flow channel communicates with the first installation cavity and the second installation cavity, and the second valve is provided in the second installation cavity.
9. The thermal management device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The first bypass flow channel is configured as a straight channel, one end of the first bypass flow channel passes through the outer surface of the exhaust distribution component and forms a first mounting seat for mounting the first sensor, and the other end of the first bypass flow channel communicates with the second mounting cavity; And / or, the first bypass flow channel and the exhaust flow channel intersect and communicate with each other, and the first installation cavity is provided at the intersection of the first bypass flow channel and the exhaust flow channel; And / or, the first installation cavity and the second installation cavity are distributed along the circumference of the exhaust distribution component.
10. The thermal management device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The exhaust distribution component is provided with a second bypass flow channel and an air intake port. The second bypass flow channel is connected to the second installation cavity and the air intake port. The air intake port is connected to the third outlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly.
11. The thermal management device according to claim 10, characterized in that: The second bypass flow channel is configured as a straight channel, one end of the second bypass flow channel passes through the outer surface of the exhaust distribution component and is provided with a first plug, and the other end of the second bypass flow channel is connected to the second installation cavity; And / or, the first bypass flow channel and the second bypass flow channel are distributed along the circumference of the exhaust distribution member.
12. The thermal management device according to claim 3, characterized in that The exhaust distribution component is also provided with a second mounting seat and a window channel. The second mounting seat is used to install a transparent window. The window channel is set as a straight channel. One end of the window channel is connected to the lower space of the exhaust cavity, and the other end is connected to the second mounting seat.
13. The thermal management device according to claim 3, characterized in that The exhaust gas distribution member and the shell body are distributed along the axis of the compressor; And / or, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the exhaust distribution component are distributed and connected along the axis of the compressor; And / or, the exhaust distribution member is provided with a first cylindrical portion, the shell body is provided with a second cylindrical portion, and the second cylindrical portion is provided through the first cylindrical portion; and / or, the exhaust distribution member and the shell body are separate and connected as a whole; And / or, a second sealing ring is provided between the exhaust distribution member and the shell body; And / or, the compressor further includes a plurality of first fixing members distributed along the circumference of the compressor, wherein the plurality of first fixing members fixedly connect the exhaust gas distribution member and the shell body.
14. The thermal management device according to claim 1, wherein: The compressor and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly are distributed along the axis of the compressor; And / or, the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the compressor are stacked and connected as a whole; And / or, a first sealing ring is provided between the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the compressor; And / or, the thermal management device further includes a plurality of second fixing members distributed along the circumference of the compressor, wherein the plurality of second fixing members fixedly connect the compressor and the heat exchange liquid storage assembly.
15. The thermal management device according to claim 1, characterized in that The compressor has a first end and a second end opposite to each other along an axis, an air suction chamber of the compressor is provided at the first end, an air discharge chamber of the compressor is provided at the second end, an air suction port is provided at the second end, and the air suction port is connected to the third outlet of the heat exchange liquid storage assembly and the second outlet of the second valve. The compressor includes a first shell part and a second shell part, the first shell part is provided with a compression unit, the second shell part is provided outside the first shell part, the second shell part is provided with an intake air duct, one end of the intake air duct is connected to the intake port, and the other end of the intake air duct is connected to the intake cavity.
16. The thermal management device according to claim 15, characterized in that The first housing portion extends along the axis of the compressor, and the second housing portion extends parallel to the axis of the compressor; And / or, the compressor further includes a third shell portion connected to the first shell portion and the second shell portion.
17. The thermal management device according to claim 15, characterized in that The first end of the compressor is provided with a low-pressure shell, and the second end is provided with an exhaust distribution component. The low-pressure shell is provided with a connecting flow channel, and the connecting flow channel connects the intake chamber and the intake flow channel. The first shell part is connected between the low-pressure shell and the exhaust distribution component, and the second shell part is connected between the low-pressure shell and the exhaust distribution component.
18. The thermal management device according to claim 17, characterized in that: The communication flow channel includes a first channel, and the first channel is arranged outside the suction cavity.
19. The thermal management device according to claim 18, characterized in that The communication flow channel further includes a second channel, and the second channel is connected with the first channel and the suction cavity.
20. The thermal management device according to claim 18, wherein: The first channel is configured as a straight channel extending in a direction perpendicular to the axis of the compressor, one end of the first channel passes through the outer surface of the low-pressure shell and is provided with a second plug; And / or, the first channel extends in an up-down direction.
21. The thermal management device according to claim 19, characterized in that The second channel is configured as a straight channel extending in a direction perpendicular to the axis of the compressor, one end of the second channel passes through the outer surface of the low-pressure shell and is provided with a third plug; And / or, the second channel is connected to the lower part of the suction cavity.
22. The thermal management device according to claim 17, wherein: The low-pressure housing is further provided with a third installation cavity, the third installation cavity being connected to the communication flow channel, and the compressor further comprises a refrigerant filling valve, the refrigerant filling valve being provided in the third installation cavity; And / or, the low-pressure housing is further provided with a fourth installation cavity, the fourth installation cavity is connected to the communication flow channel, and the compressor further includes a second sensor, which is provided in the fourth installation cavity.
23. The thermal management device according to claim 15, characterized in that The first end portion of the compressor is provided with an end plate and an end cover covering the end plate, wherein the end cover is further away from the second end portion of the compressor than the end plate. The end plate is provided with a high-voltage connector mounting hole, a low-voltage connector mounting hole, a stator connector mounting hole, a power device heat dissipation surface and / or a cover plate mounting hole. The high-voltage connector mounting hole, the low-voltage connector mounting hole and the stator connector mounting hole pass through the end plate and are provided outside the suction cavity.
24. The thermal management device according to claim 1, characterized in that The heat exchange liquid storage assembly includes a liquid reservoir and at least one heat exchanger, and the liquid reservoir and the at least one heat exchanger are integrated into a whole.
25. The thermal management device according to claim 24, characterized in that The liquid accumulator and the at least one heat exchanger are stacked along the axis of the compressor; And / or, a desiccant and / or a filter is integrated inside the liquid reservoir; and / or, the liquid reservoir and the at least one heat exchanger are integrated into a whole by welding or bolting; and / or, two adjacent ones of the liquid reservoir and the at least one heat exchanger realize refrigerant flow through internal flow channels; And / or, a first observation window is provided at the bottom of the liquid reservoir; And / or, a second observation window is provided on the side of the liquid reservoir.
26. The thermal management device according to claim 24, characterized in that The at least one heat exchanger includes a condenser and an evaporator, and the liquid reservoir is located between the condenser and the evaporator.
27. The thermal management device according to claim 26, characterized in that The liquid storage device is provided with a gas-liquid separation unit, and the gas-liquid separation unit is connected in series between the condenser and the evaporator.
28. The thermal management device according to claim 26, characterized in that The at least one heat exchanger further includes a subcooler, which is connected in series between the condenser and the evaporator, wherein the subcooler is arranged between the condenser and the liquid reservoir; or the subcooler is arranged between the evaporator and the liquid reservoir.
29. The thermal management device according to claim 26, characterized in that The heat exchange liquid storage assembly further includes a third valve, which is connected in series between the condenser and the evaporator, and is integrated into the liquid storage container.
30. The thermal management device according to claim 29, characterized in that An oil detection tube is provided on the upper portion of the liquid reservoir, and the oil detection tube is connected to the inlet of the third valve; and / or, the liquid reservoir is provided with a third sensor, the third sensor being configured to detect the outlet refrigerant temperature and / or pressure of the evaporator; and / or, the liquid reservoir is provided with a fourth sensor, the fourth sensor being configured to detect the refrigerant temperature and / or pressure at the inlet of the third valve; And / or, the liquid reservoir is provided with a fifth sensor, and the fifth sensor is configured to detect the outlet refrigerant temperature and / or pressure of the third valve.
31. The thermal management device according to claim 28, characterized in that The heat exchange liquid storage assembly is provided with a refrigerant flow path and a water cooling flow path which are independent of each other, and the refrigerant flow path is provided between the third inlet and the third outlet. The refrigerant flow path is used to allow the refrigerant flowing into the third inlet to sequentially pass through the condenser, the liquid reservoir, the subcooler, and the evaporator for heat exchange, and is also used to allow the refrigerant after heat exchange to sequentially pass through the liquid reservoir, the subcooler, and the condenser to flow back to the third outlet; And / or, the water-cooling flow path includes a first flow path and a second flow path, the first flow path is provided in the condenser, and the second flow path is provided in the evaporator.
32. A thermal management system, characterized in that: Comprising the thermal management device according to any one of claims 1-31.
33. A vehicle, characterized in that: Comprising the thermal management device according to any one of claims 1 to 31; or the thermal management system according to claim 32.
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